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In this blog, we catch up with Lisa Artis, Deputy CEO of The Sleep Charity. The Sleep Charity campaigns to improve sleep support and access to high quality information, raise awareness of the value of a good night’s sleep and promote understanding around the complexities of sleep. We asked Lisa about the most common sleep problems with kids and how to solve them, for an expert opinion. When children grow at such an alarming rate, they need a good healthy night’s sleep - lack of good quali …

What are the best finishing touches for your daughter's bedroom? Beds for girls that pass the teenager test aren’t always easy to find. However, creating the perfect finishing touches can be. All you need is a little imagination! Here we take you through how choosing beds for teenage girls needn’t be a headache, as accessories really can make all the difference. Individual touches for beds for girls The teenage years are all about finding your own identity. Although it can be a tricky time …

Although the summer can be fun for both you and your kids, we also know that as a parent it can be a little daunting. Keeping the children entertained and happy on those endless summer days can be tricky, but don’t worry, Room to Grow are here to help with some fun children’s summer holiday ideas. Summer Activities For Kids For most kids, summer means a long break off. It's important to have things to do in the long weeks off so your children have no chance to get bored - Room to Grow has …

It’s an old adage that most parents hear many times “They grow up so fast” and when the children are small it seems like we are so busy parenting 24/7 that we often feel a break would be welcome.  However, as a mum of two grown up daughters, I can confirm that they do grow up too fast and when the times comes for them to fly the nest, it’s much harder to cope with than having to be “on it” every single second of every day!  Those early years really are to be cherished – you get to spen …

Most toddlers make the transition to a high bed sometime between the ages of 18 months and three years. However, there is no specific time your toddler needs to move to their own kids bed; it is different for every child and family. Most parents decide it is time to get their youngster used to a high bed when one of the following occurs:Their toddler begins to climb out of their cot.Their toddler grows too tall to sleep comfortably in their cot.A new baby makes the transition necessary.Although …